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Are You Making Adjustments?
Asked by S.L. from Kansas City
on March 8, 2009
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I am looking for ways to save money once again. I have scaled back my impulse purchases a lot. But it seems that no matter how many adjustments I make, more and more...
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- I think everyone feels your pain right now. I am a full time student with two more years. My husband had to quit the job he loved as a self-employed personal trainer b...
- First I will respond to your last sentences. Have you talked to your doctor about Attention Deficit Disorder. Many adults are diagnosed but it could also be your lac...
- My Dad gave me the best money advice I've ever received, which is, "When couples, or church committees, or families, argue about money, they're never really arguing a...
Need Budget Tips Please!!
Asked by J.M. from Los Angeles
on May 23, 2008
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Hi mamas,
I am going on maternity leave soon and really need some penny pinching tips that we could use. When I write our budget down on paper (and it is totally r...
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- Hi J., This is totally my area! I was a single mom for 13 years and had it down! Yes, I used coupons and it was very successful for me. You can pay only $1 for you...
- I am/was also, but I have learned over the years to budget to make my money last. At the beginning of the month when I get paid I have seperate envelopes for the vari...
- I feel you! In order for me to stay home we have to stick to a strict budget! The key for us, is to take out the cash at the beginning of the month and just use that. ...
Need Help in Farmers Branch with Utilities, Get to Choose My Electric Company?
Asked by A.B. from Dallas
on May 30, 2008
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Hey Moms, I've moved a lot and am used to choosing the trash company and maybe choosing between two phone companies, but I'm trying to get the utilities on at the new ...
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- We have used Green Mountain Energy for 4 years and have had no problems. They're 100% green energy and the same price as the major provider (TXU/Oncor). As with any ...
- Hi - try www.powertochoose.com. It will compare rates with competing companies. As far as trash, unless you have a rural address, the city should take care of for yo...
- I lived in Farmers Branch and used Oncor. Never had any problem with them. I think Farmers Branch is one place you DON'T choose the trash company. (In fact, I never...
Looking for a Carpenter in Arlington Hghts Area
Asked by J.J. from Chicago
on October 8, 2008
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We'd like to have some shelving and a work bench put in our utility room in the basement. Does anyone know a handyman that does this sort of thing, or recommend a bus...
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- Hi J., His name is Arthur Bishop. He is amazing!! ###-###-#### FREE ESTIMATES! Let him know M. sent you:)
- J., Vance Remodeling does a ton of work in the Arlington heights area. They do excellent work, are competitively priced and the neatest workers you will ever come acr...
- I've used Handyman Connection & had good luck with them for a variety of projects: www.handymanconnection.com (800) 884-2639
What to Do???
Asked by A.S. from Phoenix
on April 8, 2008
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Hey fellow mommies....I need some advice. My husband lost his job today and he was our main income. I am a part time medical receptionist. I am due with baby number tw...
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- A. I can understand the stress you are under. Yes, insurance is a top priorty right now. Maybe you can receive a few more benefits till he finds work. Just still ...
- if you go to the des office thy will give you the health insurance right away becuase you are pregnant. your hubby can also go there and they can help find a job too.
- A., I'm sorry for all this stress especially at this stage in your pregnancy. I strongly encourage you to seek out any state/gov't insurance support. You and your h...
How Much Are Your Utilities?
Asked by E.T. from Dallas
on May 28, 2009
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If you live in West Plano, North Carrollton/Castle Hills area, and have a house around 2500 sq ft, can you give me an estimate of what your electric and utility (trash...
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- We live in West Allen/Far North Plano area. Plano ISD. 4000 sq ft. Our water, sewer, trash, etc is around $80 a month on average. It is a lot more when we are wa...
- I live in Plano... My trash,water and sewer bill is around $80 a month... I have both electric and gas, when the electric is up then the gas is down... just moved this...
- E.: if you are interested in a previously lived in home, you can always call the electric company for a monthly average on the electric bill. We did that when we wer...
Looking for a New Vehicle.
Asked by T.B. from Sacramento
on February 21, 2009
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Hi, I have two children a four year old and a 6 week old. Currently we have an Infiniti QX4 (a smaller utility vehicle), and am now feeling very cramped with the two ...
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- Hi T., I grudgingly leased a Honda Odyssey minivan at the request of my husband. We have two children ages 3.5 and 9 months. Now that we have had it for a while I...
- Well it's not a luxury vehicle, but we love our Ford Explorer with a fold down 3rd seat(and would probably love an Expedition if we wanted even larger but environmenta...
- I love my Ford Explorer - no too small like an Escape, but not as big as the Excursion. We bought a "used" one that the dealership used for driving customers too and f...
Lease Is Confusing
Asked by J.W. from Lakeland
on May 21, 2008
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We are in the process of trying to get out of our lease because we have family problems and need to help out a family member right now. It's complicated but that's not...
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- I would definitely ask a legal professional to review it, but my understanding of the law (any law) is that if an agreement is ambiguous or contradicting it will not h...
- It does sound confusing but the "if terminated by both parties" is where you seem to be getting the confusion and you are terminating not the landlord so in essence yo...
- As far as I know all deposits are refundable. However you are terminating you lease that might be the loophole they need to keep it. My house is for rent, do you need ...
What's Your Experience with Low-water-use Washing Machines?
Asked by M.A. from Los Angeles
on June 17, 2008
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Can anyone tell me if it's truly worth it to buy one of those new, front-loading, water-saving washing machines? I know they are pricey, $900 and up, but have heard th...
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- Hi M., I definitely think it's worth buying the front-loading washer. I don't know if I save that much on utilities, but I definitely use less detergent than befor...
- I have the Whirlpool Duet and LOVE IT!! I have 5 teenagers and it has cut my laundry time in half and cleans really well. The best place we have found for buying a...
- Hi M.: we had a Maytag for about 13 years and it began to give us quite a bit of problems and, expecting my 5th child, we decided to invest in a Kenmore front-loader f...
How Long Do You Keep Paid Credit Card and Utility Bills, Bank Statments, Etc?
Asked by M.J. from Chicago
on April 20, 2008
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How long do you keep your paperwork for? I know you keep tax records for 7 years but what about the other stuff? How long do you keep your monthly credit card and ut...
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- I keep mine 1 year and clean out about every January. I figure that each bill shows that there was no balance the previous month, so they can't come back on me and sa...
- i keep them 7-10 yrs and they have come in very handy a few times. For instance, my luggage got lost and because I keep receipts and credit card bills, I was able to ...
- My husband used to be a CPA, and he says seven years on all of these things (less on utility bills, if you're not claiming them as part of a home-office deduction.) F...
